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🔋 Major Milestone at the Port Hedland Solar Farm and Battery Project 🔋   APA Group is pleased to announce the successful energisation and commissioning of the Port Hedland Power Station 66 kV switchyard extension. This achievement marks a significant step towards the completion of the Port Hedland Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Solar Project.   The switchyard extension, constructed by UGL, involved expanding the existing 66 kV switchyard with two transformer bays, two 33/66 kV 120 MVA step-up transformers, and an indoor 33 kV switchboard. This infrastructure is crucial for connecting the solar farm and BESS to the North West Interconnected System (NWIS) grid.   With the grid connection now established, the energisation and commissioning of the solar farm and BESS are expected to follow shortly.   Congratulations to the entire team on this milestone!   Learn more about the project → https://lnkd.in/gCQyAh4v

🔋 Major Milestone at the Port Hedland Solar Farm and Battery Project 🔋   APA Group is pleased to share the successful energisation and commissioning of the Port Hedland Power Station 66 kV switchyard extension. This achievement marks a significant step towards the completion of the Port Hedland Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) and Solar Project.   The switchyard extension, constructed by UGL, involved expanding the existing 66 kV switchyard with two transformer bays, two 33/66 kV 120 MVA step-up transformers, and an indoor 33 kV switchboard. This infrastructure is crucial for connecting the solar farm and BESS to the North West Interconnected System (NWIS) grid.   With the grid connection now established, the energisation and commissioning of the solar farm and BESS are expected to follow shortly and will supply renewable energy to BHP's port operations. Learn more about the project →https://lnkd.in/gPfmgb5m

Yesterday, CEO and Managing Director, Adam Watson, spoke on a panel at The Australian Financial Review Energy and Climate Summit. Alongside Jane Norman, CEO and Managing Director of Cooper Energy, Tony Cudmore, Executive Vice President - Strategy and Climate at Woodside Energy and Bernadette Cullinane, National Lead Partner - Energy, Resources and Industrials at Deloitte, Adam spoke about the significant role of gas to our industry and economy. “As more renewables come to market and as we retire coal, the role of gas is going to become significantly more important.”

Elizabeth McNamara, APA Group’s Executive Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, has been appointed to the Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) Board. Her appointment follows Kevin Lester’s impressive 16-year tenure, during which he has contributed immeasurably to the development of the gas and pipeline industry. Liz steps into her new role as a key advocate for gas in the energy transition, reinforcing APA’s long-standing relationship with APGA. "We are seeing an increased recognition of the critical role gas plays in the energy transition, thanks in no small part to the advocacy efforts of organisations like APGA," said Liz.

Welcome to Melbourne! The boys from Clontarf Foundation Toowoomba paid us a visit at the APA Group Southbank Office, for their year 12 Big Trip. They shared their aspirations with us, including our CEO Adam Watson and GM Infrastructure Preeti Arora. It's a privilege to be part of their career journey through our partnership with Clontarf, helping them gain confidence in interacting with professionals. Special thanks to Amy Stewart for her dedication to partnership initiatives. #Partnerships #Apprenticeships

This week marks 12 months since APA Group launched our first Reconciliation Action Plan. Over the past year, we've achieved 44 of our 72 commitments, and we're focused on continuing this journey by strengthening our partnerships with national peak bodies, initiatives to increase First Nations representation, and expanding our spend with First Nations businesses. We're committed to deepening our engagement with First Nations peoples across the communities in which we operate, building meaningful relationships and driving positive outcomes. 

✨ We’re excited to share that APA Group has been honoured with the Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) Inclusion and Diversity Award this year! This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to building a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. While we've made great strides with initiatives like 18 weeks of parental leave and flexible working arrangements, we know there’s more to do to build a truly inclusive environment for all.

A huge congratulations to Kevin Lester on being awarded the Honorary Life Member Award at the Australian Pipelines and Gas Association (APGA) Conference in Adelaide This recognition highlights Kevin's outstanding dedication and service to the gas and pipeline industry for almost 40 years, where his leadership as a Director and Past President of the APGA since 2008 has been instrumental.  APA Group is proud of its long-standing association with APGA and its continued advocacy for the role of gas in Australia's energy markets and the transition to a sustainable future.

APA Group has partnered with the Stars Foundation - Australia since 2022, supporting their in-school mentoring programs for young First Nations women in secondary schools.     Our leadership team recently met with Andrea Goddard, Executive Director at Stars Foundation, reinforcing our shared commitment to empowering young Indigenous women.     This partnership aligns with our Reconciliation Action Plan, contributing to improving gender equity and educational outcomes and making a meaningful difference in the lives of these young women.